Paramedic - $10,000 Sign on Bonus

Sign-On Bonus We offer a $10,000 sign-on bonus for Paramedics accepting full-time positions with an hourly commitment. What We Expect From You Northwest Ambulance Paramedics are expected to provide the highest level of patient care to our patients and excellent customer service to our partnered facility staff. The Paramedic is responsible for supervising patient care, treatment, and assessment during transport. Duties include providing excellent patient care, safe lifting and transferring of patients, operating emergency vehicles safely, adhering to company policies, completing documentation, responding to dispatch instructions, maintaining safety standards, participating in continuing education, keeping vehicles and stations clean, maintaining equipment and supplies, communicating effectively, and maintaining strict confidentiality. Responsibilities Treat and transport patients from the field or from healthcare facilities to a higher level of care to include neonates, infants, pediatrics, adults, and special populations. Utilize equipment such as IV Pumps, ICU ventilators, cardiac monitors and additional advanced equipment to ensure excellent patient care. Perform duties as a paramedic to include intubation, administration of paralytics using Rapid Sequence and Delayed Sequence airway management, surgical airway, needle thoracostomy, orogastric tube placement, intravenous and intraosseous access. Work alongside crew members of varying levels of experience in a manner that encourages a positive workplace environment. Follow the policies and procedures of NWA and County Medical Protocols. Complete dispatched assignments efficiently. Be punctual and attentive. Provide appropriate documentation in accordance with company policies and procedures. Assess risks to patient safety and follow procedures to always ensure safety of oneself and others. Always operate the ambulance in a safe manner, complying with Washington State and company requirements for operation of a motor vehicle. Coordinate with dispatchers and management to provide timely compassionate care if unexpected circumstances arise. Act with integrity that shows support for the company, its values, and the employees, while maintaining constant focus on exceeding customer expectations to provide the highest level of patient care. Maintain a professional appearance and high uniform standards. Clean, organize and restock ambulances during each shift. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Required Skills/Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong supervisory and leadership skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate. Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. At least three years of related experience as a paramedic. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting in a vehicle and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times. Ability to bend and stoop, sit and stand for extended periods, possess hand-eye-foot coordination and color recognition, good manual dexterity, with the ability to perform all tasks related to Emergency Medical Services Duty. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent. At least three years of related experience required. Current NREMT-P, current out of state Paramedic certification, or WA State Paramedic certification. PHTLS, PALS, ACLS certifications required. CCP-C or FP-C preferred. Must Have's Active driver's license – must have been maintained for 2 years or longer. Clean driving record – limit of 2 citations in past 36 months; DUI and other serious offenses may disqualify candidacy. Must be 18 years or older. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance to ensure the well-being and health of our employees. All regular, non-exempt field employees scheduled on designated holidays are paid a premium holiday rate of 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked on the holiday. Our commitment to your financial future is reflected in our generous 401k program. We provide employer matching up to 5% of your salary to help you save for long-term goals. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we provide paid time off at the rate of 2.3 hours per 40 hours worked. Uniforms are provided to all employees to maintain a professional and consistent appearance. We offer continuing education to maintain your certification through county competencies and on-staff evaluations. Wages range from $32.85 to $44.95 per hour for 12‑hour shifts. Sign-On Bonus Eligibility Eligibility requires that you be employed by the company in a full-time status and have accrued a minimum of 2,184 combined hours of work and paid time off (approximately twelve months of employment). The sign-on bonus will be paid in one installment in the first pay period after you have reached the required minimum hours and your employment is in good standing. If you voluntarily or non‑voluntarily terminate your employment, you will not be entitled to the sign-on bonus. #J-18808-Ljbffr